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Therapists in Portsmouth

“I have over 20 years of experience in private practice, where it has been my privilege to assist countless adults, teenagers and couples when they decide that the time is right to make positive changes in their lives. I have helped clients cope with challenges that everyone faces at one time or another, including issues in relationships, depression, anxiety and management of life stressors. I also have extensive experience helping individuals with ADHD, mood disorders, PTSD and weight loss.

“Over 40 years of building relationships has taught me everyone is capable, if motivated and supported, of building a more satisfying life given the insight therapy can offer. Within a caring, empathic, therapeutic relationship, you can move forward with your life. My professional background includes in patient and day program psychiatric children's' hospital, adolescent group home, sp.ed.preschool assessment and parent support, classroom consultation and individual treatment with clients ages 4-75. Issues of grief,loss and trauma ,sexual/physical abuse, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties at home, work, or school as well as learning disabilities and school difficulties can be addressed.

“Childhood and adolescence are, by their very nature, times of growth and change. A broad range of stressors and challenges can get in the way of an individual's ability to successfully negotiate their personal pathway. It is my professional goal and personal commitment to assist children and adolescents (and their families) in identifying barriers to learning and successful social emotional functioning; and to provide effective interventions to help them overcome those barriers.

“Chances are if you are reading this you are curious to make changes in your life. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed? Unhappy? Are you struggling in your relationships or searching to find meaning in your life? Whatever it may be that brings you to therapy, I know it takes courage to reach out. And my job is to support your curiosity compassionately, challenge you gracefully, help you feel empowered by your work, obtain personal growth and achieve the changes you desire.

“Welcome. I am a licensed psychologist in private practice, providing counseling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I have trained and worked in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health centers, schools, inpatient hospital units and college counseling centers. I have many years of experience providing supportive, professional care to persons struggling with a variety of issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety; depression; stress management; spiritual/religious concerns; loss/grief; relationship difficulties; parenting; addiction; and trauma/abuse.

“I work from a strengths perspective, helping clients reclaim their own inner resources to regain mental health. I see individuals and couples for a broad range of presenting issues, such as depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship problems, addictions, and coping with inevitable and unexpected life stressors. Helping clients cope with trauma histories, maladaptive behaviors, and ongoing turmoil, I draw on CBT, DBT, EMDR, and mindfulness, to name a few.

“I am a firm believer in the transformative power of therapy. So often, I encounter individuals who just feel "stuck" in their lives. Some of them have felt this way for years before seeking help! Working collaboratively, I strive to guide client's in finding the obstacles standing in the way of their ability to live their best lives.

“Are you a parent who is challenged with a child who has emotional or behavioral problems? Or, are you an adult who is faced with anxiety, depression, past trauma or struggling with life's worries? I have 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. My history has included working with children who have severe emotional and behavioral problems in an intense outpatient program. I have also worked in an outpatient program providing treatment to adults, adolescents and children. I provide individual and family therapy in a clinical setting which is positive, safe and will motivate you to reach your goal.

“There is a gift in every challenge. Without assistance, challenges can be overwhelming. It is sometimes difficult to know how to begin to reach for dreams or to even be able to dream. I provide a safe environment without judgment for you to explore what is uncomfortable and often overwhelming. I have twenty years of experience in treating a wide variety of problems that individuals, couples, and families face. I invite you to call for a free consultation. Your hope can become reality.

“I help to build a bright future for children and families. The Center for Learning and Psychological Services offers comprehensive psychological and learning based services to individuals birth to age 25. My specialty areas include;psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, behavioral services, diagnostic evaluations, and individual and group counseling, and play based therapy. I also coordinate all learning based services through our center for; tutoring, executive functioning coaching, and learning based support.

“Welcome to my practice. I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience.I look forward to assisting you in reaching your highest potential for living a happy, positive and productive life. In my private practice treat ages 8 and upward. I do complete psychiatric evaluations and prescribe medications for problematic symptom clusters. I believe patients need some control over their treatment and I offer various medication options to suit personal preferences. Some patients prefer to have counseling and medication management in one location and I often accommodate their needs.

“Do you have concerns regarding yourself or a family member? Has your child's school expressed concern regarding his or her behavior? Has there been a family separation, divorce, abuse history or other reason for you or your child to be feeling anxious or depressed?
My goal as a therapist is to help a client address thought processes, feelings and behavior, understand inner conflicts, and find new ways to cope with, and alleviate distress.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have worked for many years in both school and community mental health settings utilizing various forms of therapy.

“Are you exhausting yourself to please others? Is your self esteem interfering in achieving a more satisfying personal life? Are you struggling in a relationship with a significant other? I work with adults who are challenged by these problems, as well as anxiety, depression, stress, loss and relationship conflict. I specialize in treating anxiety.

“Do you need a professional to truly listen to you and help you find what you are seeking? Whether it is relief from anxiety, depression; a problem with alcohol/ drugs; or needing balance or relaxation; therapy makes a difference! With 20 years of experience and initial training at Edgehill Newport, I have treated people in individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I work with situational problems, mental health issues, and have a specialty in substance abuse counseling. I offer one, brief, free telephone consultation prior to a first appointment. Begin, today, to make the changes you desire in your life!

“I integrate over fifteen years of experience as a therapist and practitioner of meditation, yoga, and spiritual development. My understanding is that fear and issues of forgiveness are at the heart of any healing process, and ultimately, love is the strongest healing force in therapy. The most challenging times of our lives are also times of opportunity for healing and growth. Curiosity, compassion, and engaged mindfulness are the tools for transformation. My clients include individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, and life transitions. I often work with spiritual seekers, other therapists, writers and artists, young adults, and individuals in recovery from addictions.

“Taking the step to seek counseling services for yourself, a child (tween, teen, adolescent), or as a couple can feel overwhelming. It has taken time to create the circumstances that have brought you to pursue counseling, and it will take time to actively address these issues and concerns- to see and feel long lasting results. However, the decision to seek services is movement forward- it has the feeling of hope, desire, and motivation on your part in beginning to make changes or increasing your ability to cope and manage life.

“Therapy takes patience and openess from all whom are involved in the process. I have counseled both, couples and individuals, with psychological, emotional, and behavioral problems. Many who come for treatment are trying to cope with traumas, grief/loss, eating/body image issues, family/relational situations, and sexual concerns.

“I consider myself to be an integrative psychotherapist drawing from traditional models of practice, as well as from holistic models which incorporate the physical and spiritual aspects of psychological healing. While the traditional medical model and medications can be helpful to some, often traditional medicine and psychiatry don't offer lasting solutions to the symptoms that ail us and can be extremely frustrating. I have a great deal of experience in working in conjunction with various complimentary practices including mindfulness, meditation, yoga, exercise, laughter, hypnotherapy and EMDR in order to help my clients find relief from their distress.

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